Okay so suggestions please!

I injured my knee, but i guess my surgeon doesn't want me taking anti-inflammatory medication period, and i guess this is forever not just cause i had surgery 2 weeks ago.

So what do other people do to reduice swelling, like in a joint?? =( Part of my knee pain i know is from the swelling.

Is there a reason you can't take them forever? Do you have a bleeding disorder or kidney issues? The reason I ask is there is no reason you can't with the band. Some docs advise against them because they're far more prone to upset your stomach than Tylenol, but the band itself isn't a reason not to take them.

Okay so suggestions please!

I injured my knee, but i guess my surgeon doesn't want me taking anti-inflammatory medication period, and i guess this is forever not just cause i had surgery 2 weeks ago.

So what do other people do to reduice swelling, like in a joint?? =( Part of my knee pain i know is from the swelling.

there are some really good rubs out now. not sure that aspirin rubs are a good idea though as they penetrate the skin and go to the lining of the stomach.. ive used some really good ones. also you can buy really good knee supports that you wear. i have two artificial knees, and arthritis in my feet and hands as well. im going to be up against it as well. i dont take meds for it though.

Oh its cause my doctor feels they have a chance at causing ulcers because of the band, thats what they told me when i called today that is..... i think my doctor is one of the over cautious type. I'm just trying hard to follow strict instructions because i've only had the band for 2 weeks and 2 days at this point >.<

there are some really good rubs out now. not sure that aspirin rubs are a good idea though as they penetrate the skin and go to the lining of the stomach.. ive used some really good ones. also you can buy really good knee supports that you wear. i have two artificial knees, and arthritis in my feet and hands as well. im going to be up against it as well. i dont take meds for it though.

Ohh hmm rubs might be a good idea, i'll def look into those, thanks!

Maybe try Biofreeze. I have heard that the NSAIDS can eat away at the stomach lining and that is why they don't want banded folks taking them.

How about an ice pack

I take NSAIDs whenever I need to. My surgeon said that rule is mainly for bypass patients.

Green tea and broccoli have anti-inflamatory properties, there are other foods as well. Otherwise, ice and rubs are about all you can do. My surgeon allows occasional use of anti-inflamatories for band patients. No so for sleeve or bypass.

My doc told me the band maker advises against nsaids, aspirins. He also told me no anti-inflammatories or steriods etc.

That basically leaves me with the options of Tylenol or narcotics.

I hurt my knee a long time ago and a hot wet gel pack from the drug store saved my life...seriously I couldnt even walk without holding onto stuff! It was called Spenco and you soaked it in water and then microwaved it...it had long stretchy velcro straps on it. It dripped so I would wrap up my knee with it , then a towel and just watch some TV.

Thanks guys! All the advice is wonderful and gives me stuff to try instead of just gritting and baring it. I appricate it greatly!

there are some really good rubs out now. not sure that aspirin rubs are a good idea though as they penetrate the skin and go to the lining of the stomach.. ive used some really good ones. also you can buy really good knee supports that you wear. i have two artificial knees, and arthritis in my feet and hands as well. im going to be up against it as well. i dont take meds for it though.

one more thing i bought today shopping in preparation for it all... some Panadol Rapid Soluble. Does anyone know of this meds?/ Im in Australia and havent seen a lot to choose from with liquid pain killers.. especially ones without aspirin and no anti inflammatories.

just some thoughts of mine on arthritic joints and lap band. for a while now, when i knew i was going to have the band surgery, i determined that my diet was going to change to the point where my body is far more alkaline.

i have bad arthritis in nearly every joint and i know my body is acidic. Due to bad diet.

So, ive bought barley green, which is very much like spirrulina... and has heaps of vitamins and minerals etc. years ago i was on this powder and it made a tremendous difference to how i felt.I dont even remember now why i didnt continue to take it. probably because discipline hasnt been one of my strong points up until this point in time. Now i have my back against the wall, its different. i have other ideas about my diet as well... but i need to get banded and back on my feet first.

So, im hoping now that changing my diet by making my boy more alkaline will work for me. Just some thoughts here on it.

Was just popping back in to say narcotic pain relief is another option. Does nothing for inflamation, but is an option.

I see someone beat me to it!

I use an all natural (liquid) anti-inflammatory called Qi Nopal (www.nopalworks.com). I started taking it as soon as I got out of surgery and it helped me heal up quickly. I take it every day as part of my vitamin regime and it really helps. It even tastes good : )